Real life stories
Real life stories
Mary’s autism story: “Welfare benefits applications are so stressful – The Brain Charity was a total game changer”
Helping Mary apply for DLA and PIP reduced the financial pressures on her family.
Category: Welfare benefits
Published: 10 May 2022
Paul’s subarachnoid haemorrhage story: “I had to relearn how to walk and fell into debt. The Brain Charity was a breath of fresh air”
Single dad Paul couldn't work after his subarachnoid brain haemorrhage and got into debt.
Category: Help in hospitals
Published: 28 April 2022
Rose’s aphasia story: “A stroke took my voice away. Singing in The Brain Charity’s choir helped me find it again”
When Rose's ability to speak returned following a stroke, she had a Russian accent.
Category: Social activities
Published: 13 April 2022
Ian’s Huntington’s Disease story
Ian passed away after failings in his care. The Brain Charity supported his family.
Category: Legal advice
Published: 30 March 2022
Shirley’s syringomyelia story: “Just 8% of people have my rare condition – The Brain Charity stopped me from becoming a recluse”
Shirley was diagnosed with syringomyelia – a fluid-filled cyst known as a syrinx that grows
Category: Employment
Published: 28 September 2022
John’s CADASIL story: “CADASIL causes me stress and anxiety. The Brain Charity’s employment team fills me with confidence.”
John got a new job two months ago after working with our employment team.
Category: Employment
Published: 6 June 2022
Pauline’s executive dysfunction story: “COVID left me isolated: The Brain Charity welcomed me with open arms”
Pauline has Alice in Wonderland Syndrome, an extremely rare illness which can cause parts of
Category: Phone befriending
Published: 28 April 2022
Rupak’s MS story: “I was homeless after my diagnosis – The Brain Charity finding me a home was irreplaceable”
The Brain Charity's staff helped Rupak find somewhere to live so he could spend time
Category: Info & advice
Published: 8 November 2022
Donna’s story: “My granddaughter was born with a rare brain condition – The Brain Charity’s help was invaluable”
The diagnosis was a huge shock - The Brain Charity provided vital information.
Category: Help in hospitals
Published: 2 February 2022
Kamani’s functional neurological disorder story: “Applying for PIP left me feeling anxious and helpless – the Brain Charity helped me change my life”
Kamani was left without financial support after her PIP application was rejected.
Category: Welfare benefits
Published: 20 June 2022
